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As often as award nominees say, “It’s just an honor to be nominated,” there’s nothing like hearing your name called as the winner! We recently experienced that thrill at the Home Builders Association of South Carolina’s 2018 State Convention, when it was announced, “McGuinn Hybrid Homes receives the first-place Pinnacle Award for New Home Construction in the category of $1.5 Million to $1,999,999.”

Since 2003, the HBASC has been recognizing the exceptional craftsmanship of builders and remodelers throughout the state. At this 15th annual convention, the association presented the prestigious Pinnacle Awards to builders and remodelers. The categories included New Construction, Green Building, Remodel Projects, and Subdivision and Community, and Sales and Marketing. Within the New Construction category, projects were grouped according to the home’s cost, which ranged from less than $250,000 to more than $5 million.

The Pinnacle Awards were created to honor the professionals in the home building industry who have demonstrated the highest standards for craftsmanship, innovative problem-solving and customer satisfaction.

Wade McGuinn, CEO of McGuinn Hybrid Homes, said the company is proud of the awards it has earned over the years. As a Certified Master Builder, he remains committed to maintaining the high standards that were set when he started McGuinn Hybrid Homes 33 years ago.

“We’ve always looked at home building as a way of helping people accomplish the dream of homeownership,” he explains. “That means building quality homes that are affordable, and providing an enjoyable experience for our customers. When we say, ‘Easy as 1-2-3’, that’s a promise.”

The Pinnacle Awards were presented at the HBASC’s convention, held July 13-15, in Savannah, Georgia. The awardwinners will be highlighted in the upcoming SC Builder Journal and featured on the SC Department of Commerce and the SC Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism websites to emphasize the craftsmanship and quality of the Palmetto State’s residential builders.

Home fashions don’t begin and end with paint, wallpaper, and home decor fabric. Every year, manufacturers of everything from appliances and carpeting to cabinet hardware come up with new designs. Design trends for home plumbing fixtures are no different. Styles, colors, and features are updated every year. If you’re preparing to choose details for your new home, McGuinn Hybrid Homes has some design ideas to consider.

Plumbing picks in the kitchen

Your choices for plumbing features encompass many decisions in your kitchen and bathroom: sinks, faucets, shower head, and tub.

In the kitchen, homeowners are looking for deep sinks, most frequently in farmhouse and undermount styles. Although stainless steel remains a popular choice, manufacturers offer many others that enhance the look of your kitchen: composite granite, enamel-clad cast iron, copper, soapstone, fireclay, quartz, porcelain, and solid surface.

For the kitchen faucet, hands-free is a desirable choice, accompanied by the pull-down feature. The black matte finish has gained popularity, as it works with a variety of kitchen styles. Still, brushed nickel, and oil-rubbed bronze maintain their position as the top choices in finishes for kitchen plumbing fixtures.

A pot-filler faucet near the stove is a nice option for the busy cook. Save yourself the time of stepping over to the sink while you’re cooking with this convenient feature, which is mounted to the wall and is hinged to pull it back and forth.

Best in bathroom fixtures trends

The spa experience keeps getting better, thanks to so many advances in bathroom plumbing fixtures.

The rain shower head remains one of the most in-demand bathroom plumbing fixtures. These oversized fixtures—picture one as wide as 20 inches in diameter—can be mounted to the shower’s wall or ceiling and provide a gentle but generous flow. You can also add electronic controls to pre-set the water temperature, spray, flow, and even music, if you’ve incorporated that feature into your luxury shower as well.

Bathroom sinks have gone so far beyond basic that they can look more like artwork than plumbing. Wall-mounted sinks lit with LEDs, uniquely shaped basins, and vessel sinks made from wood, stone, glass, and metal add style and luxury to your bathroom.

The bathroom faucet—sink and tub—reflect the same shift toward matte black finishes, oil-rubbed bronze, and brushed nickel, with chrome-plated brass keeping a firm grip on its long-standing choice for this room. The single lever style sink faucet is preferred over two handles, and a water-sensing feature is a good option for conserving water without compromising water pressure.

The tub is no longer a luxury—and you have more choices in bathtub styles, shape, and features than ever before. The freestanding tub presents a beautiful focal point and comes in different shapes, like oval, rectangular, and round. Clawfoot bathtubs reflect the return of this vintage design, and are now available in a wide spectrum of colors. Jetted tubs provide the relaxing spa experience. Walk-in tubs are ideal for people with special needs. Corner tubs accommodate bathrooms with limited space.

Southern living means warm hospitality, beautiful weather, and home-cooking that is unrivaled for creativity and flavor. When you’re ready for the best of a relaxed lifestyle that also gives you plenty to do, South Carolina should be your target. Then, zoom in on the capital, Columbia, and head west for 15 miles to reach your destination, Here you can discover your ideal southern lifestyle in Lexington, SC—with some help from McGuinn Homes.

With a population of only 25,000 people, Lexington is the largest town in the county, although it’s a small town by all other standards. People who live and vacation here take advantage of many things to to do and the plentiful sunshine that lets them grab as much outdoor time as they want. Spending a day on Lake Murraycould mean anything from boating to paddleboarding, or maybe catching some bass that has made this 48,000-acre lake a legendary fishing spot. You might want to hike the Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve in Lexington, one of the best in the Midlands. Maybe catch a live performance or outdoor movie at the Icehouse Amphitheater. Lexington also provides a variety of parks and gardens where you can wander or treat yourself to a picnic or a quiet escape by a koi pond.

Students gain a quality education in Lexington, too. GreatSchools gave the district’s schools top ratings for student performance and progress.

McGuinn Home is a local home builder with deep roots in this area. Our homes, townhomes, and communitiesrepresent the most desirable locations. In Lexington, we offer three premier new home communities.

This quiet community features just 97 homes in all. We’re presenting a variety of floor plan choicesfor your new home here, ranging from 1,861 square feet to more than 3,500 square feet of living space. Our new home designsfor Mariner’s Creek reflect classic architectural lines, with elegant interiors that blend an open concept with private spaces, like luxurious owner’s suites. We have 21 homes to complete the neighborhood, which is just two minutes outside downtown Lexington.

The affordable homes in this friendly community start in the mid-$150,000s—an incredible value for homes that are not only extremely energy-efficient, but also spacious, well-appointed, and close to the award-winning Lexington One schools, the best of the best! With two-story and single-level homes that offer from 1,491 to 2,835 square feet of living space, you can find the floor plan that presents the perfect fit for your lifestyle.

We designed this McGuinn Homes neighborhood and the homes for people who want to enjoy the Lexington lifestyle. Summerlake is just minutes from Highway 378, making it easy to get in and out of Columbia. But with community amenities that include a lakeside location, resort-style clubhouse, swimming pool, pocket park, playground, fully stocked fishing pond, and nature trails, you have many reasons to stay home! You can move in quickly here, with several personal selection ready homesnow available and others under construction. Or look at our portfolio of floor plans, from 2,003 to 2,835 square feet.

Thinking of another location in Lexington or around the Columbia area? McGuinn Homes will build on your lot, providing you the quality construction that includes the exceptional energy efficiency of our hybrid homes! Contact us to experience the comfort, convenience, and enjoyment that comes from choosing the right home in the right location.

Lake Murray is known as “The Jewel of South Carolina”. This man-made lake in Columbia, South Carolina, spans 48,000 acres and provides 620 miles of shoreline. It all adds up to countless ways to enjoy the great outdoors. From the best bass fishing around to boating, swimming, water sports, beaches and fun on the shore, Lake Murray is the place to be. Why not do more than vacation here? You can get the “Jewel” of lakeside living at Crystal Cove, McGuinn Homes’ community of energy-efficient, new construction homes.

Crystal Cove is situated on the northeastern side of Lake Murray, in the small town of Irmo. Although just 12 miles from Downtown Columbia, Irmo is a friendly and serene lakeside community of stately homes, green spaces, and locally-owned businesses where you’re treated like a friend, not a customer.

A community of luxury homes

We chose a location within walking distance of Lake Murray Marina to develop our community of luxury homes. Our portfolio of single-family homes features floor plans that range from 2,320 to 3,547 square feet of indoor living space.

The Clevelandis a popular design that offers versatile space and so many ways to customize it to your liking. As the largest floor plan for Crystal Cove, it presents four bedrooms—with an option for a fifth—and 4.5 baths. The flex room near the front entry could be used as a home office, formal living room, playroom, library, or hobby studio. The second-story loft adds another flex space that expands the opportunity in this home.

The Cleveland offers a luxurious, first-floor owner’s suite, with bay windows filling the large bedroom with natural light. We incorporated an oversized master bath and a closet that could be a room on its own.

A wealth of energy-efficient features

With all the luxuries included in this home (and all of our Crystal Cove homes), one of the most valuable features is its energy-efficiency. McGuinn Homes takes pride in the commitment to our hybrid homes. Our design, construction methods, materials, and appliances reflect the most advanced eco-friendly options. We use high-quality insulation, 14 SEER air conditioning system, an engineered roof system, and thermal windows to keep you comfortable while also conserving energy. The tankless gas water heater we install in our hybrid homes uses less energy and provides a better source of hot water when you need it—and lasts longer than conventional water heaters.

Get ready for a lake escape. With summer temperatures here, there’s nothing like a trip to the waterfront to cool off. If you live in our region (or one of our McGuinn Homes communities), you have plenty of choices. Just pick a direction and head to one of the best lakes in the Columbia area for swimming, fishing, boating, or your water sport of choice.

Lake Murray

Like Columbia itself, Lake Murray is situated in the heart of South Carolina. This 48,000-acre, man-made lake earned the nickname of “The Jewel of South Carolina”. As one of the best fishing spots near Columbia, Lake Murray is a gem for catching largemouth bass and striped bass (Bassmasters holds its annual tournament here). This lake has also produced the state record-holders for white perch, white catfish, white crappie, and white bass.

Want more than fishing? Lake Murray is surrounded with beaches, parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas. Whether you own a boat or rent one at the lake, you can set sail from one of the marinas or many boat launches. With 620 miles of shoreline, you’ll also discover an endless variety of dining, shopping, entertainment, and attractions to occupy your time here. Come for a day or plan to stay awhile.

Lake Wateree

Formed almost a century ago, Lake Wateree is one of the oldest man-made reservoirs in South Carolina. The lake is located about 30 miles northeast of Columbia and consists of 13,000 acres. You’ll discover great bass fishing here, among others, but the area is also home to a wide variety of wildlife, including a bird refuge. You can experience every type of water sport here, plus find your perfect camping spot—right on the lake or a bit more secluded. Lake Wateree State Park provides 13,800 acres of outdoor fun, including hiking trails to get closer to nature.

McGuinn Homes always builds value into each home and community. Our homes are exceptionally energy efficient, which delivers lasting value in energy savings, comfort, and convenience. With our current incentive for new home buyers, you can now move into our Hampton Forest townhome community in Columbia, South Carolina, with a special bonus. These new construction homes feature a move-in package that include an ENERGY STAR washer, dryer, and refrigerator, as well as blinds for your windows—at no extra charge!

Hampton Forest is conveniently situated near Downtown Columbia, Fort Jackson, Shaw Air Force Base, USC School of Medicine, and I-77, so you can easily get to everything you need. Whether you’re commuting or heading out for fun, Hampton Forest puts you just a short drive to everything that Columbia has to offer.

The townhome lifestyle presents the spaciousness of a single-family home, with the low-maintenance of condo living. Your two-story townhome at Hampton Forest provides 1,200 square feet of interior living space that smartly utilizes every area—for style, storage, and comfort. Look at our Maybank floor plan to see how we’ve designed two bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open floor plan to maximize your living space. With details like granite countertops, fully fenced-in back yard, and exterior brick façade, your Hampton Forest townhome is truly distinctive.

We’ve also enhanced the experience of living at Hampton Forest with the community amenities. The clubhouse includes a resort-style swimming pool and cabana, plus an outdoor fireplace for evenings by the pool. We’ve incorporated a theater room in the clubhouse, outfitted with a surround-sound, wide-screen and 16, theater-style seats. You can even reserve the room for your private party.

McGuinn Homes currently has a limited number of new townhomes available at Hampton Forest right now. You could close in just 60 days, with a monthly mortgage that’s probably lower than your rent. Use our mortgage calculator to see what you could be paying for a brand new townhome in a premium location!

Contact us to take advantage of our special move-in package of a free washer, dryer, stainless steel refrigerator, and window blinds.

Lexington is definitely growing and new business are coming to town. Just down the street from McGuinn Hybrid Homes corporate office we are seeing tremendous growth in the area. We just built several of our Calhoun plan for one of our investor partners in Wellmore just off 378. Lexington is ever growing and the population needs housing, so McGuinn Hybrid Homes is on the move to make sure that we have the most affordable value based homes in the market. With this growth restaurants and retail stores are moving in. Have you checked out one of the newest places, Clean Eats.

The mission of Clean Eatz is to provide people with fresh, affordable, healthy food and to “change the world one meal at a time.” Everything on their menu is under 500 calories and 10 grams of fat, and contains no grease, sodium or processed foods. Clean eating is not a diet – it is a lifestyle approach to eating food in its most natural state. Clean Eatz gives you the tools needed by preparing properly portioned meals with a balance of protein, carbs, and fats, and even cater to special diet needs. Visit the Cafe, try one of Clean Eatz’ Meal Plans, or stop in for a grab n’ go meal. Their food deliciously eliminates the guessing, temptation, and lack of preparation that come with busy lifestyles!

With everything we have going on in a day it is important to take care of our bodies. Wade McGuinn, CEO of McGuinn Hybrid Homes, is in the gym every morning at 5:30 am. “I don’t always want to get up and go, but I am way lighter and healthier. My goal is to be very active in the life of both my children and grandchildren!” Clean Eatz is definitely a hit with those who are on a path to healthy living.

Clean Eatz is located 5225 Sunset Blvd, Suite D Lexington, SC 29072. For more information, visit the business website at www.cleaneatz.com. The business is also on Facebook. You can contact the restaurant by phone at 803-490-2657 or by email at Avila@CleanEatz.com.

McGuinn Hybrid Homes has something for everyone. Build a Hybrid Homes in our 11 Communities throughout the Midlands, on Your Lot in Columbia or Charlotte, and we also would like the opportunity to take on any investor projects that you may have!

Mulan Jr.
This action-packed musical was adapted for the stage from the popular 1998 animated Disney film, Mulan, which was itself based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan. When the invasion of the Huns threatens Mulan’s father, the Emperor, Mulan disguises herself as a boy and prepares for battle to save him. She later must choose between divulging her true identity or saving China with her plan. Through song and a modern sensibility, the production celebrates ancient Chinese culture, honor and the fighting spirit.
Thursday, January 12, 2017 – 7:30pm
Friday, January 13, 2017 – 7:30pm
Saturday, January 14, 2017 – 10:30am
Saturday, January 14, 2017 – 3:00pm
Tickets: All seats are $7.00, ages 3 & under/free on lap

Tom Dugan Teaches Play Writing for the Individual Performer
This three hour workshop will be an eye-opening look at scriptwriting for the single performer, by the master of the single-character play himself, Tom Dugan. A seasoned veteran of the stage, TV and film and an accomplished playwright, Mr. Dugan will share his experiences, thoughts, and guidance to those wishing to develop scripts for individual players in the theatre setting. Workshop attendees are welcome to bring 3-5 minutes from a current project for Mr. Dugan to receive and assess.
Thursday, January 19, 2017 – 6:30pm
Tickets: $20

Wiesenthal
This live, touring show tells the story of Simon Wiesenthal, a Jewish Austrian Holocaust survivor, Nazi hunter and writer, from his own point of view. Performed by playwright and “master of the single-character play” Tom Dugan, the one-man drama recounts the captivating story of Wiesenthal’s life’s work of bringing more than 1,000 Nazi war criminals to justice with humor and nobility. Recommended for pre-teens and older.
Friday, January 20, 2017 – 7:30pm
Saturday, January 21, 2017 – 3:30pm
Tickets: $22

Les Liaisons Dangereuses
Harbison Theatre’s On The Screen series presents this engrossing tale of aristocrats and rivals, the Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont, who mercilessly toy with the hearts of the innocent Cécile de Volanges and virtuous beautiful Madame de Tourvel using seduction and revenge. Performed by the National Theatre Live, the cast includes Elaine Cassidy, Janet McTeer and Dominic West. The production contains brief nudity and is suggested for audiences 15+ years.
Tuesday, January 24, 2017 – 7:00pm
Tickets: $15

We have 29 homes that are move in ready! Call one of our Community Sales Managers today for a tour at 803-917-5583. Garden Brooke only has 2 homes left, Harvest Glen and Glen Eagle have a new phase that is not open, Bonhomme Green/ Woods is on Closeout, and Pleasant Springs has 6 move in ready homes. You can view plans for Bickley Estates, Burnside Farms, and St. Andrews Reserves by asking one of our Community Sales Managers. We want to see you and your family in a new McGuinn Hybrid Home.

McGuinn Hybrid Homes remains true to our niche and we will be helping families in Southeast Columbia by providing a safer and healthier home in a prime location. Our newest undertaking is the Burnside Farms community. This delightful neighborhood will feature our gorgeous hybrid homes priced from the mid $100’s and ranging from 1380 to 2355 square feet. There are comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom floorplan offerings, as well as our new Charleston, and Madison Plans which offer you a four bedroom option.

Burnside Farms offers a charming and trendy environment for a new home buyer! This community is perfect for the on-the go person who wants to take advantage of a great in-town location. We are located minutes away from I-77, Fort Jackson, Shaw Air Force Base, USC School of Medicine, Downtown Columbia and so much more. What is your “After work Pleasure”? Congaree National Park is less than 15 minutes away, visit it and take a hike among the latest tract of old growth bottomland hardwood forest in the United States! Is Shopping your Thing? Whether you are looking for a unique boutique along the Shoppes of Devine Street or a power drill at Lowes, you will find it within a few minutes from your front door. The neighborhood is zoned for Annie Burnside Elementary, Crayton Middle & AC Flora High.

The nearby area definitely provides itself to the appeal of Burnside Farms, and this community also has a plethora of amenities to appeal to any buyer. On a hot summer day wouldn’t you and your family just love to cool off in the community’s very own Splash Park with a pool and cabana! Buyers will enjoy this exquisite community for years to come. We welcome our Military as well as civilian families to come out and tour our current inventory in the Harvest Glen Community off Leaphart Rd in West Columbia. Once you walk these plans you and your family will experience the most innovative and trendy plans in Columbia, SC. Call Tiffanie Flagler at 803-917-5583 today to pick a lot and start your build today! We can get you in your new home before Christmas… Remember McGuinn Hybrid Homes is different; you can have “Your Home, Your Way”!